Group Exercise Instructor - Les Mills

Power Wellness • Erie, PA

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About The Position

The Group Exercise Instructor teaches Les Mills group exercise classes to members and guests of the LECOM Medical Fitness & Wellness Center in a professional and safe manner. The instructor provides exercise modifications for participants with varying fitness levels, uses safe and effective practices, and creates an engaging class experience. The role also includes preparing and cleaning the class area, maintaining certification and continuing education, recording attendance, reporting equipment issues, and coordinating coverage when unable to teach. The position is part-time and requires flexibility to accommodate center hours and work schedules.

Requirements

• A group exercise instructor certification is required; an NCCA-accredited certification is preferred.
• A nationally recognized NCCA Personal Trainer certification is accepted for strength and conditioning group fitness classes that do not require a specific licensed-format certification.
• Certification is required for instruction in some specialty group exercise classes.
• CPR/AED certification is required within 90 days of hire; training is provided by Power Wellness.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work positively and service-mindedly with members.
• Ability to multitask and maintain a controlled, professional demeanor.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• At least two years of experience teaching group classes in a variety of styles, levels, and populations preferred.
• NCCA-accredited group exercise instructor certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach scheduled group exercise classes and provide modifications for different fitness levels.
• Recognize contraindicated exercises and use safe, effective exercise practices.
• Maintain industry certification in good standing and meet continuing education requirements.
• Arrive with sufficient time to set up; begin and end classes on schedule and clean the area afterward.
• Report equipment needs and broken equipment to a supervisor immediately after class.
• Record participation numbers after each group exercise class.
• Meet scheduling commitments and seek substitute instructors in advance when needed.
• Provide participants with a fun and engaging experience.
• Work toward departmental and organizational goals.
• Be flexible and accommodating regarding center hours and work schedules.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Complimentary membership for the employee and one member of their household.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED